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Ast is 54. i dont take meds or drink alcohol. how do i lower it? alt, alp and all other labs normal. concerned for cancer(liver, pancreas, ovary) or cirrhosis or nonalcoholic fatty liver?
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There are many possible causes, impossible to guess. With such minimal elevation, maybe nothing is wrong at all. If it persists, you'll need to see a physician in person for comprehensive evaluation. Good luck.
Answered 10/3/2021
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As I mentioned earlier, this mild elevation is not diagnostic of any disease. At this stage, it not a cause for concern. Talk to your doctor about repeating the test in 6 months or so. Wish you good health!
Answered 9/30/2021
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